Galala Egyptian Stone
Galala Egyptian Stone for Indoor and Outdoor spaces
With its shades of ivory, cream, and light beige, Galala brings a lot of light into a space without ever feeling cold. Its surface reveals fine fossil traces, subtle mineral details, and very soft natural variations that add depth to the stone without making the overall look feel too busy.
Used on floors and walls, indoors and outdoors, it creates a strong sense of continuity throughout a project. It works particularly well in living areas, bathrooms, kitchens, terraces, patios, and other spaces where a light, natural, and highly refined finish is desired. Its pattern remains subtle, making it especially well suited to contemporary and organic architecture.
Paired with wood, glass, neutral tones, and natural materials, it highlights volumes, lines, and natural light while keeping a very soft mineral presence. Formed over millions of years and quarried in Egypt, each piece reveals subtle traces of its geological history. Fossil fragments, mineral details, and tonal variations make every surface naturally unique, with an authenticity that manufactured materials simply cannot reproduce.
• 60 x 40 cm – A structured format, ideal for a clean and contemporary look
• French pattern – A multi-format layout for a more dynamic and architectural design
Other dimensions available upon request
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60 x 40 cm |
Pattern |
Pool Coping |
Thickness |
1.2 cm |
1.2 cm |
3 cm |
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Origin |
Turkey |
Turkey |
Turkey |
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Color |
Soft white, light gray, ivory beige |
Soft white, light gray, ivory beige |
Soft white, light gray, ivory beige |
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Natural Variation |
Natural tones, light veining, evolving patina |
Natural tones, light veining, evolving patina |
Natural tones, light veining, evolving patina |
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Characteristics |
Naturally slip-resistant, comfortable under the sun, UV resistant, humidity resistant, indoor & outdoor use, pool compatible, suitable for heavy foot traffic |
Naturally slip-resistant, comfortable under the sun, UV resistant, humidity resistant, indoor & outdoor use, pool compatible, suitable for heavy foot traffic |
Naturally slip-resistant, comfortable under the sun, UV resistant, humidity resistant, indoor & outdoor use, pool compatible, suitable for heavy foot traffic |
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Recommended Grout Type |
High-performance cement-based mortar for natural stone, non-epoxy. Available in several stores in Costa Rica. Our experts can guide you based on local availability. |
High-performance cement-based mortar for natural stone, non-epoxy. Available in several stores in Costa Rica. Our experts can guide you based on local availability. |
High-performance cement-based mortar for natural stone, non-epoxy. Available in several stores in Costa Rica. Our experts can guide you based on local availability. |
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Reference Surface |
100 m² |
100 m² |
24 ml ( standard pool 8 x 4 m) |
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Number of Pieces |
~417 pieces |
varies according to the pattern layout |
~40 pieces |
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Recommended Joint Width |
2–4 mm: contemporary and minimalist finish 4–8 mm: Mediterranean and warm look 8–12 mm: traditional and rustic effect |
2–4 mm: contemporary and minimalist finish 4–8 mm: Mediterranean and warm look 8–12 mm: traditional and rustic effect |
3–5 mm: clean and balanced pool edge finish 5–8 mm: warmer and more natural appearance |
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Grout Consumption |
2–4 mm joints: ~ 25–35 kg 4–8 mm joints: ~ 45–60 kg 8–12 mm joints: ~ 70–90 kg |
2–4 mm joints: ~ 35–50 kg 4–8 mm joints: ~ 55–75 kg 8–12 mm joints: ~ 85–110 kg |
3–5 mm joints: ~ 3–5 kg 5–8 mm joints: ~ 5–8 kg |
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Protection / Maintenance |
Not mandatory (clean water + neutral soap) |
Not mandatory (clean water + neutral soap) |
Not mandatory (clean water + neutral soap) |
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Optional Protection |
Penetrating non-film-forming sealer recommended if desired. Our experts can advise based on local availability. |
Penetrating non-film-forming sealer recommended if desired. Our experts can advise based on local availability. |
Penetrating non-film-forming sealer recommended if desired. Our experts can advise based on local availability. |
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Products to Avoid |
Acids / aggressive detergents |
Acids / aggressive detergents |
Acids / aggressive detergents |
